Experimentation is treated like a rite of passage for many teens. As parents, we may not like this, and may even attempt to prevent it from happening, but there is a point where we surrender to acceptance–our kids may dabble in vices like alcohol before they’re 21. We…
Take a trip down memory lane and you may remember how overwhelming it was to be a teenager. Things were confusing to say the least and everything emotionally triggering felt extreme. While some of us felt supported enough to ask for guidance throughout these years, many of us…
Witnessing your child develop behavioral changes, from what appears to be substance abuse, is devastating. But you know you must step in. Getting help for your teen is a big step. And so is getting the support you need. Finding parent support groups for parents with teens in…
Being a teenager is complicated to say the least. While bodies (and brains) develop, kids begin to experience a wider range of emotions and may not know how to cope with them. Unfortunately, some of our children turn to substances to cope. If your child has developed an…
When your child scraped their knee on the ground or let go of your hand and ran, your momma bear or papa bear instincts probably kicked in to full gear to make sure they were safe. And they probably do whenever you sense danger around your child. As…
Teenage self harm or Non-Suicidal Self-Injury can be difficult, upsetting and confusing for parents that didn’t feel the need to self harm in their youth. A lot of people try not to reflect too deeply on the idea of self harm because at the base of human existence,…
Teenage years are known to be a critical period in everybody’s life. Many teenagers face difficult circumstances which can lead to serious conditions, ranging from depression and anxiety to family conflicts and self-identity issues. That is the main reason teen counseling should be regarded with the utmost attention….
Insight Programs are Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP) for teenagers and young adults between the ages of 14 to 20 who are suffering from mental disorders or addiction issues. Over the years, Insight has evolved a lot and today, it is not just a teen drug rehabilitation program. These…
When you are the parents of a teenager it’s hard to deny that they are your entire world. You’ve watched them grow from their childhood years and it can be heartbreaking to see them fall into the wrong crowds and behaviors. It’s only made worse when you realize…
Your teen’s social group can be one of the most impactful interactions during their younger years. Peer advice and actions can play a large part in why or how your teen acts or speaks the way that they do. Because a teen’s brain is still developing they may…
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